Welcome to the show!

Melissa Griffiths, discusses her work in conscious leadership, empathy, and managing stress in the workplace.

Her focus has evolved from just addressing stress in the workplace to promoting conscious leadership, which involves leading with empathy, bringing your whole self to work, and fostering a people-centric culture.

Research shows that leading with empathy and prioritizing employees positively impacts employee satisfaction, retention, attraction, and ultimately, the bottom line.

Stress is not just a negative force; it can also manifest as positive energy (eustress). The key is recognizing when stress becomes distress and pulls you off-centre.

Authentic leadership involves understanding your values, emotions, and how you show up at work. It's about striking a balance between vulnerability and maintaining authority.

The rise of conscious leadership and embracing emotional intelligence is a shift towards integrating traditionally "feminine" qualities into leadership, creating a more balanced approach.

The ONE Thing::

Conscious leadership is not just a fluffy concept; it has tangible benefits for organizations. By leading with empathy, vulnerability, and a people-centric approach, leaders can foster a culture that attracts and retains top talent, improves employee satisfaction, and ultimately drives business success. As Melissa emphasized, prioritizing employees is not just the right thing to do; it's also a smart business strategy.

Contacting Melissa:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissagriffiths/

Website: https://active-ascension.com/

Reaching me!

https://linktr.ee/sawrightcoach

Welcome to the show.

Jon Cooke, a coach and former manager shares his experiences and insights on the journey from being a manager to becoming a leader.

He emphasizes the importance of self-investment and understanding one's own strengths, weaknesses, and motivations as a manager. He also stresses the need to bring one's authentic self to the role and find fulfilment in the work.

Jon draws parallels between the challenges faced by managers and those faced by parents, highlighting the transferable skills and lessons from one domain to the other.

We discuss the impact of becoming a parent on one's identity and the need to strike a balance between work and family responsibilities. Jon shares his personal experience of overworking and the realization that happiness and contentment are more valuable than just financial success.

We hope you enjoy the show!

Contact links for Jon Cooke:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jon.cooke.359
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/makelifeeasierwithjon/

My contact links:

https://linktr.ee/sawrightcoach

Welcome to the show!

We cover a lot in this insightful conversation!

Destin delves into the fascinating realm of depth psychology and archetypes, particularly the four cornerstones of the human psyche: the king/sovereign, warrior, magician, and lover.

- Archetypes are universal patterns that serve as the foundation of the unconscious mind, representing the shared wiring and structure that makes us similar.

- The four archetypes – king/sovereign, warrior, magician, and lover – are essential aspects of the self that we must cultivate and maintain a healthy relationship with.

- The king/sovereign represents sovereignty, vision, and leadership, fostering the growth of others.

- The warrior embodies the process, discomfort, and perseverance necessary for growth.

- The magician represents depth, introspection, and the exploration of the unconscious.

- The lover symbolizes wonder, appreciation, and the experience of beauty in the present moment.

By understanding and embodying these archetypes, we can unlock personal growth, improve relationships, and ultimately reach our fullest potential. Destin shares practical applications of how these archetypes manifest in various contexts, such as intimate relationships, work dynamics, and personal development.

The key question explores how we can integrate the wisdom of archetypes into our daily lives, using them as a framework for self-discovery, deeper connections, and a more fulfilling existence.

I hope you enjoy this episode! Lots to digest!

Contact links for Destin:

LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/destinscott Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HostofHeirophany

My contact links:

https://linktr.ee/sawrightcoach